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Derived from the French word for 'thank you' or 'mercy', it represents gratitude and divine compassion. A person named Merci is often perceived as inherently graceful and appreciative, carrying a personality that is both kind-hearted and deeply thankful for life's small joys.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,603 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1956 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 1971 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | French |
| Comeback name | No |
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Notable People
Merci Suárez (Protagonist in the Newbery Medal-winning 'Merci Suárez Changes Gears') · Merci Raines (American track and field athlete) · Mercy 'Merci' Aigbe (Nigerian actress and director) · Merci (Electronic music producer and DJ) · Merci Jean-Charles (Creative writer and influential blogger)
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